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StuFiBu - Time & Financial Accounting

Time Tracking & Financial Accounting for Architecture Firms

Overview

StuFiBu is a comprehensive time tracking and financial accounting solution tailored specifically for small architecture firms. It seamlessly integrates SIA project phase tracking with accounting, ensuring accurate project costing and financial management.

⏱️ Time Tracking

Accurate time entry with SIA project phase tracking

💰 Financial Accounting

Integrated accounting connected directly to time entries

📊 Project Costing

Automatic hourly rate calculations for accurate project budgets

⚡ 50% Less Admin

Reduce administrative time with automated workflows

Key Features

SIA Project Phase Tracking

Full support for SIA 102, 103, 108, and other Swiss architecture standards.

  • Pre-configured SIA project phases
  • Phase-based time allocation
  • Budget tracking per phase
  • Compliance with Swiss standards

Integrated Time & Accounting

Seamless connection between time entries and financial accounting.

  • Automatic posting from time to accounting
  • Real-time project profitability
  • Revenue recognition by project phase
  • Accurate work-in-progress tracking

Automated Hourly Rate Calculation

Intelligent calculation of hourly rates based on costs and target margins.

  • Staff cost calculation (salary, social charges, overhead)
  • Target profit margin settings
  • Automatic hourly rate updates
  • Multi-tier rate structures (partner, senior, junior)

Project Financial Management

Complete project-based financial tracking and reporting.

  • Project budget vs. actual comparison
  • Invoice generation from time entries
  • Expense tracking by project
  • Profitability analysis

Swiss-Specific Features

Designed for Swiss architecture firms with local requirements.

  • SIA honorar order support
  • Swiss VAT compliance
  • Multi-language interface (DE/FR/IT)
  • Swiss bank account integration (ISO 20022)

Reporting & Analytics

Comprehensive reports for business insights and compliance.

  • Project profitability reports
  • Staff utilization analysis
  • Financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet)
  • Client billing summaries

Benefits

For Architecture Firm Owners

  • Real-time insight into project profitability
  • Accurate pricing with calculated hourly rates
  • Reduced administrative overhead
  • Better cash flow management
  • Compliance with Swiss standards

For Project Managers

  • Easy time tracking for teams
  • Budget monitoring per SIA phase
  • Quick invoice generation
  • Project cost control
  • Workload visibility

For Architects & Staff

  • Simple, intuitive time entry
  • Mobile time tracking
  • Clear project allocation
  • Transparent hourly rates
  • Less paperwork, more design time

For Accountants

  • Integrated accounting ledger
  • Automatic journal entries from time
  • Swiss VAT compliance
  • Simplified month-end closing
  • Accurate financial reporting

Use Cases

Small Architecture Firm (5-15 employees)

Challenge: Manual time tracking in spreadsheets, disconnected from accounting, unclear project profitability

Solution: Implement StuFiBu for integrated time tracking and accounting

Result: 50% reduction in admin time, real-time project profitability, accurate invoicing

SIA Project Phase Tracking

Challenge: Need to track time by SIA phases (31, 32, 41, etc.) for client billing and project management

Solution: Use StuFiBu's pre-configured SIA phase structure and phase-based budgeting

Result: Accurate phase-based billing, better budget control, SIA-compliant documentation

Hourly Rate Calculation

Challenge: Uncertain if hourly rates cover costs and desired profit margin

Solution: StuFiBu's automatic hourly rate calculator based on staff costs and target margins

Result: Profitable pricing strategy, transparent cost structure, competitive yet sustainable rates

Multi-Project Management

Challenge: Managing 20+ concurrent projects with varying budgets and deadlines

Solution: StuFiBu's project dashboard with budget vs. actual tracking

Result: Early warning on budget overruns, better resource allocation, on-time project delivery

Client Success Story

"The Archicad license notifications and StuFiBu accounting system transformed our office workflow - we never miss a license renewal and our time tracking is finally accurate."
Anja M.
Partner, AMJGS Architecture

50%

Less Administrative Time

100%

Accurate Time Tracking

Real-time

Project Profitability

Technical Details

Platform

  • Web-based application
  • Works on desktop, tablet, mobile
  • No installation required
  • Accessible from anywhere

Integration

  • Swiss bank account integration (ISO 20022)
  • Email notification system
  • Export to Excel, PDF, CSV
  • API for custom integrations

Security

  • Swiss data hosting
  • Encrypted data transmission (SSL)
  • Regular backups
  • User access control

Support

  • Swiss-based customer support
  • Multi-language interface (DE/FR/IT)
  • Online documentation
  • Training available

Ready to Transform Your Practice?

Join Swiss architecture firms who have streamlined their time tracking and accounting with StuFiBu